I made this recipe for the first time for my birthday a few weeks ago. Usually I’d bake something but, honestly, I didn’t have time between grocery shopping, laundry, taking care of Nate, and yes, cooking my own birthday dinner. Don’t get me wrong – Joe would have happily taken me to dinner. I decided, […]

Making your own homemade sugar-free, alcohol-free vanilla is simple with this recipe. And, it’s a frugal solution to spending $12 for 2 ounces of vanilla at the store. Don’t hate me for not sharing this sooner. I’ve been using my homemade vanilla extract my kitchen for a long time now and I love how it […]

Moist, tender gluten-free German Chocolate cupcakes topped with ooey-gooey coconut pecan frosting. They bring back childhood memories with every bite. My very first piece of German Chocolate cake was at my Granny Jeanne’s house. She wasn’t much of a baker but she had no problem bringing home a cake from the grocery store. Most often […]

With Mother’s Day just two days away I thought I’d share some desserts that will definitely be appreciated by all the guests at your celebration, including the moms! It’s going to be my first Mother’s Day as an mom and honestly I’m looking forward to a laid back day with my two favorite guys. I […]

I decided to enter Rudi’s Unbelievably Good Gluten-Free Recipe Contest after being told several times that I should…and this is my entry. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free – not to mention full of rich flavors and textures. If you like my recipe, please hop on over and vote for it! You can vote once […]

About Amy

Living free of refined sugars and gluten since 2004 has allowed me to live a fulfilled, healthy life. My food cravings, migraines, and depression vanished and was able to maintain a 60+ pound weight loss. Today I live with enormous freedom. Join me as I create healthier food that's SS&GF and delicious. I hope to help you do the same. Read more about my story here.